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1-Amino-2-nitraminoethane.
A D Vasiliev1, A M Astachov, Y V Kekin
1Institute of Physics, Krasnoyarsk State University, Krasnoyarsk 660036, Russia. adva@iph.krasn.ru
Acta Crystallographica. Section C, Crystal Structure Communications
|October 16, 2001
Summary
This study reveals the zwitterionic structure of a novel compound, C(2)H(7)N(3)O(2). Its crystal structure features a 3D network formed by intermolecular hydrogen bonds, highlighting unique molecular arrangements.
Area of Science:
- Crystallography
- Molecular Chemistry
Background:
- Understanding molecular structures is crucial in chemistry.
- Zwitterionic compounds exhibit unique properties due to their charge distribution.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate the crystal structure and molecular geometry of the title compound, C(2)H(7)N(3)O(2).
- To investigate the intermolecular interactions within the crystal lattice.
Main Methods:
- Single-crystal X-ray diffraction was employed to determine the molecular and crystal structure.
- Analysis of atomic deviations from the molecular plane and hydrogen bonding patterns.
Main Results:
- The compound C(2)H(7)N(3)O(2) was confirmed to possess a zwitterionic structure.
- Non-hydrogen atoms, except for one terminal nitrogen, lie nearly in the same plane.
- A three-dimensional network of intermolecular hydrogen bonds was observed in the crystal.
Conclusions:
- The study provides detailed structural insights into the zwitterionic compound.
- The observed planar and non-planar features, along with hydrogen bonding, dictate the compound's solid-state characteristics.